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Coherus Oncology, Inc. reports commercial-stage oncology developments centered on LOQTORZI® (toripalimab-tpzi), an approved next-generation PD-1 inhibitor for recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Company updates also cover its antibody immunotherapy pipeline, including tagmokitug, an anti-CCR8 cytolytic antibody, and casdozokitug, an IL-27 antagonistic antibody, across solid-tumor programs such as liver, prostate, head and neck, colorectal, gastric and esophageal cancers.
Recurring news includes financial results, LOQTORZI revenue commentary, clinical-development updates, strategic partnerships, investor-conference presentations, public common-stock offerings, debt reduction and other capital-structure actions tied to the company's transition from biosimilars to innovative oncology.
Coherus BioSciences (Nasdaq: CHRS) has announced that its first quarter 2022 financial results will be released after market close on May 5, 2022. A conference call will follow at 4:30 p.m. ET, where management will discuss the results and provide a business update. The corrected press release highlighted the new start time for the call, which was previously misstated. Interested parties can access the webcast and financial results on the company’s investor relations website.
Coherus BioSciences (CHRS) will release its first quarter 2022 financial results on May 5, 2022, after market close. Following the announcement, management will host a conference call at 5 p.m. ET to discuss the results and provide a business update. Interested parties can access the call by dialing (844) 452-6826 for U.S. and Canadian callers or (765) 507-2587 internationally. A replay will be available on the company's website for 30 days following the event.
Coherus BioSciences (Nasdaq: CHRS) and Shanghai Junshi Biosciences announced that the FDA has granted Orphan Drug Designation for toripalimab, a PD-1 inhibitor, for small cell lung cancer (SCLC). This designation, meant for rare diseases, aims to boost the drug's development and commercialization. SCLC has a poor prognosis, with a five-year survival rate of around 20%. The ongoing JUPITER-08 Phase 3 trial is assessing toripalimab combined with chemotherapy as a first-line treatment for extensive stage SCLC. Topline data is expected later this year.
Coherus (CHRS) and Junshi Biosciences announced significant results from the JUPITER-02 study, a Phase 3 trial assessing toripalimab with chemotherapy for advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC).
The trial revealed a median progression-free survival (PFS) of 21.4 months for the toripalimab group versus 8.2 months for placebo, showing a strong statistical significance. Interim overall survival (OS) data indicates a 41% reduced risk of death.
The FDA has granted breakthrough therapy designation for toripalimab, with a biologics license application currently under priority review.
Coherus BioSciences (NASDAQ: CHRS) announced on April 5, 2022, that it granted stock options for 461,000 shares to newly hired employees as of March 31, 2022. These options have an exercise price of $12.91, aligned with the closing price on the grant date. A Chief level executive received options for 200,000 shares and 50,000 restricted stock units, while 18 non-officer employees were awarded options for a total of 261,000 shares. This move aims to attract new talent under the 2016 Employment Commencement Incentive Plan approved by the Company’s board.
Coherus BioSciences, Inc. (CHRS) is positioning itself for long-term growth by targeting $1.2 billion in annual net sales by 2026. The company is advancing its immuno-oncology pipeline, focusing on its PD-1 inhibitor, toripalimab, which is under FDA review for nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Upcoming product launches include CIMERLI, a Lucentis biosimilar, and YUSIMRY, a Humira biosimilar. Coherus plans to leverage existing commercial infrastructure for these launches, aiming for significant shareholder value creation.
Coherus BioSciences (Nasdaq: CHRS) announced an Analyst Day set for March 29, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. ET in New York City. The event will focus on prospective product launches over the next 15 months, along with updates on the company’s entry into immuno-oncology with PD-1 inhibitor toripalimab and combination therapies. The FDA is reviewing toripalimab for nasopharyngeal carcinoma, with a decision expected by April 30, 2022. Additionally, Coherus plans to launch its Humira biosimilar in 2023 and is pursuing various biosimilars in development.
Coherus BioSciences has appointed Dr. Rosh Dias as Chief Medical Officer, enhancing its leadership at a critical time for upcoming product launches. Dr. Dias, with over 20 years in the biotech sector, has experience in oncology and immuno-oncology. Coherus is preparing to launch several products, including toripalimab, currently under FDA review with a target action date of April 30, 2022. The company intends to utilize cash generated from its existing biosimilars to fund its immuno-oncology initiatives, positioning itself as a leader in innovative therapies for cancer treatment.
Junshi Biosciences and Coherus BioSciences announced positive results from the pivotal CHOICE-01 Phase 3 clinical trial of toripalimab plus chemotherapy for advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients without EGFR/ALK mutations. The trial met its primary endpoint of progression-free survival (PFS) and a secondary endpoint of overall survival (OS), showing a median PFS of 8.4 months versus 5.6 months with chemotherapy alone (HR=0.49). The study revealed a manageable safety profile and the potential for future trials based on biomarker data. The FDA has granted priority review for toripalimab.
Coherus BioSciences (Nasdaq: CHRS) announced its participation in two key investor conferences in March 2022. The 42nd Annual Cowen Health Care Conference will take place on March 9 at 10:30 a.m. ET, followed by the Barclays Global Healthcare Conference on March 15 at 2:35 p.m. ET. Audio webcasts of both presentations will be available on the investors' section of Coherus' website and will remain archived for 30 days. Investors are encouraged to access the site beforehand for a timely connection.